School Nurse

Speech-Language Pathologist

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for providing comprehensive speech and language services to students at Southampton County Public Schools Academy. This position involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, voice, fluency, and communication disorders that may impact students' academic achievement and social development.

The SLP collaborates with teachers, administrators, parents, and other educational professionals to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and intervention plans. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides direct and indirect services, conducts evaluations, maintains accurate documentation, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential Duties

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate students' speech, language, and communication abilities.
• Use standardized tests, observational methods, and other assessment tools to diagnose speech and language disorders.
• Develop detailed assessment reports and provide recommendations for interventions and supports.
• Provide individualized and group therapy to address speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on students' needs and assessment results.
• Utilize evidence-based practices and a variety of therapeutic techniques to improve communication skills.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development of individualized education plans for students with speech and language needs.
• Monitor students' progress and adjust IEP goals and interventions as necessary.
• Collaborate with teachers and other specialists to support the integration of speech and language goals into the classroom setting.
• Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to support students' speech and language development.
• Provide guidance and training to educators on strategies to support students with speech and language disorders.
• Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress and provide strategies for supporting communication development at home.
• Develop and implement school-wide programs and initiatives to promote effective communication skills.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions for teachers, staff, and parents on topics related to speech and language development.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of speech and language programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Stay current with the latest research and best practices in speech-language pathology.
• Attend workshops, conferences, and other professional development activities related to speech and language services.
• Provide professional development opportunities for teachers and staff to enhance their ability to support students with speech and language needs.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to sit, stand, and move freely for extended periods.
• Capacity to lift and move educational materials and supplies as necessary.
• Ability to supervise and interact with students in a variety of settings.
• Work is performed in a school setting and may require traveling between classrooms and schools. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for school events and meetings.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred.
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Valid state certification or licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Previous experience in speech-language pathology, particularly in a school setting, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of speech and language assessment and intervention techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Proficiency in the use of technology for assessment, record-keeping, and communication.

Terms of Employment

To apply electronically please visit Southampton County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws in employment or any of its programs or activities.

The Compliance Officer for Southampton County Public Schools for the above statues is the Director of Human Resources. P.O. Box 96, 21308 Plank Road, Courtland, VA. 23837, View phone number on click.appcast.io